Zanzibar · Beach House

Matemwe Reef Retreat

Tier 2 · Comfort Wilderness

Best for:Snorkeling & DivingBarefoot QuietSpectacular Sunrises
Estimated Nightly Rate
fromUSD390per night

Based on 2 sharing. Included in full board on all our featured routes.

Private plunge pool on a wooden deck outside a domed pavilion at Kilindi Zanzibar, framed by forest canopy

Field Camp Description

Set along the quiet northeast coast of Zanzibar facing the protected coral atoll of Mnemba, Matemwe Reef Retreat offers relaxed, barefoot luxury away from package tourism. Whitewashed cottages with high thatched palm roofs catch the trade winds, offering cool sanctuaries shaded by bougainvillea. At low tide, local women farm green seaweed in the shallows, creating a colorful coastal tapestry. At high tide, the Indian Ocean rolls right up to the coral cliff. It is an unhurried haven for snorkelers, divers, and book readers.

Camp Amenities & Services

Oceanfront chalets with open hammock balconies
Easy boat access to world-class Mnemba Atoll dive sites
Saltwater swimming pool set in palm gardens
Barefoot sand restaurant with fresh daily catches
Complimentary reef shoes for low-tide exploring
Ayurvedic massage pavilion with ocean breezes
Solar-assisted hot water and eco-friendly toiletries
Daily yoga deck overlooking the sunrise reef

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